[ { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Chop the onions finely (I chop them about 1/4-inch) then place into a bowl." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "In another large bowl mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, seasoning salt, cayenne, garlic powder (if using) and a small amount of black pepper; mix to combine well." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Add in the milk and whisk until thoroughly combined (the batter will be thick!)." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Add in the chopped onions and green onions and mix with a wooden spoon until combined." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "In a large non-stick frypan, heat a small amount of oil to medium-hot, adding in more oil as needed as the patties will absorb too much oil if you add in a large amount of oil at one time." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Drop the batter from a tablespoon (no more than about a tablespoon!) into about 1/2-inch of hot oil (I slide the batter off using off another spoon)." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Flatten slightly with the spoon or spatula." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Sprinkle with a little salt." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "Fry until crispy and brown on both sides." }, { "@type": "HowToStep", "text": "**NOTE** these tend to hold a bit of oil so drain well on paper towels." } ]